Things to do in Auckland, North Island: The Best Tours

With its magical sandy beaches, Waiheke Island makes a favourite destination for an unforgettable getaway. Join us on this mesmerizing flight over the beautiful islands of the Hauraki Gulf as we land on the tranquil waters of Man O’ War Bay. Relax and wind down by enjoying a full range of award winning wines with a lunch platter. The Man O’ War vineyard provides a one-of-a-kind first class wine-tasting experience that is sure to leave you wanting to return again.

Inclusions: Scenic Flight, Lunch, Wine tasting, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Extra beverages and food can be brought.

If you're after a relaxed pace day, with a small group of people this afternoon tour is a great option for you. The tour offers some of Waiheke’s scenic highlights, a visit and tastings at three boutique vineyards, a micro-brewery and an excellent platter lunch. Enjoy an entertaining and informative commentary along the way.

Inclusions: Lunch (Vineyard Platter), Wine tastings at 3 vineyards and 1 Micro Brewery, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Pickup and drop-off from Waiheke accommodation, Local taxes, Small group tour (shared with others) Minimum 2 people - Maximum 10 pax people, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Ferry Tickets (these can be purchased at the Fullers ferry terminal at 99 Quay st), Gratuities

The ultimate craft beer experience over 6 hours, visiting 4 unique locations. The tour commences with a beer and food paired lunch and includes tastings at the other locations. Also included is a behind the scenes brewery tour.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Beverages, Bottled water, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Lunch, Snacks

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Book here your safe and reliable Private Airport Transfer from Auckland Airport (AKL) to your hotel or destination within the Auckland city area. Our service operates across 150+ countries and 1500+ airports with an excellent customer satisfaction rating of 9/10 based on 35k+ reviews. - Fixed price with no hidden costs after booking. - Modern cars only. - Certified professional drivers. - Meet&Greet Service: We welcome you at the airport arrivals hall holding a board with your name. - 24/7 Customer Support (English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch and Portuguese). - Your flight is delayed? We wait for you up to 90min with no extra charge!

Inclusions: Free waiting time: 90 minutes, Meet & Greet, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

Exclusions: Child seats on request, Pets on board on request, Large luggage (such as golf bags or skis) on request

Enjoy this small group electric bike tour of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. From the comfort of your saddle, you will see the iconic sights of Auckland city, as well as visiting some of the locals' favorite neighborhoods. This tour also includes the bike rental, a local guide, and has a maximum of 6 travelers per tour.

Inclusions: Experienced and engaging local guide, Use of a fantastic electric bike, Use of an urban cycle helmet, Use of a cycle-specific headset, for commentary as you ride, Small bag mounted on bike to store phones, camera etc, Use of a lightweight rain-jacket, only if needed! (we ride rain or shine in sub-tropical Auckland!), Souvenir photos

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Lose yourself in the vines on this small personalised group tour around Waiheke Island. You will be able to take in the tastes, sights and sounds that have taken the local wine makers decades to perfect. This tour celebrates the islands local charm and we'll take you off the beaten track to experience the magic Waiheke has to offer.  We’ve sampled it all and only bring you to the places we’ve fallen in love with. All the hard work is done for you. Your tour starts with a pick up from anywhere on Waiheke Island and includes wine tastings at 3 boutique vineyards (excludes lunch & ferry tickets).

Inclusions: Wine tastings at 3 boutique Waiheke vineyards, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (from Waiheke Island accommodations only)

Exclusions: Lunch, Ferry tickets

A unique way to see the Island! Immerse yourself in Waiheke’s inner beauty with an off-road Segway Journey. Glide through native bushland, vineyards and coastal environments; Truly experience Waiheke with SegWai. Our Segways are super easy to master and afford a relaxed, low impact way of seeing the island. After training, we head off-road into the lush NZ bushland winding our way up the hill to the magnificent Cable Bay Vineyard. We pause for a group photo using the gorgeous coastline as our backdrop before visiting the truly romantic Mudbrick Vineyard; amazing food and stunning views. Then we work our way through the back streets of Oneroa Village down to Blackpool beach to test our ‘off road’ skills further and skirt around to the beach, if the tides allow. Visit a 100-year-old shipwreck, Maori Marae, rare birdlife and cruise along the coastline tracks until it’s time to work our way back home to Matiatia Bay and on to your next adventure.

Inclusions: Use of Segway, Use of Helmet, Use of Sunscreen

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Waiheke Island has become known as New Zealand's 'Island of Wine' home to a dedicated group of award-winning winegrowers. Travel in a comfortable minibus to three or more of the top vineyards on the island for wine tasting, and enjoy a commentated scenic tour of Waiheke from one of our experienced guides, all of whom are locals with extensive knowledge of the island, its people and its produce.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Wine tastings, Waiheke Acommodation Pick-up and Drop off, Scenic tour including scenic look-outs and beaches, Lunch - Cost of a one course lunch + a local beverage is included , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Ferry tickets

The Coromandel is a real Bucket List NZ destination! This Day Trip includes the classic must do's of Cathedral Cove/Narnia and Hot Water Beach. We give you 2 hours at Cathedral Cove, (time to explore, relax and swim if you choose) We alter our itinerary daily so you'll be at Hot Water Beach as close to low tide as possible. We provide shovels and help you to find the good places to dig your own natural spa. We also include the Mount Paku summit climb which larger tours can't access, and is a real favorite. Our day trips are small groups. (8 Max) plus a friendly guide to show you around. We go at a slow pace, and include time for lunch, so you can really enjoy, and soak up this beautiful part of the world. After a long day of epic views, and beautiful beaches we are sure you'll have a great night's sleep. Don't miss this once in a lifetime experience!

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from central Auckland Accom, Kiwi guide, Visit to Cathedral Cove, Visit to Hot Water Beach, Mount Paku Summit, Use of Shovels

Exclusions: Food and drinks, but great local breweries/cafes may be visited along the way

Enjoyable, informative and a great day out... Explore Auckland in small groups for a more personalised experience. An exceptional value, we offer a very comprehensive tour covering all the best sights, with plenty of stops for photos. • Discover our sparkling harbour, stunning beaches, historic buildings, leafy parks, Victorian suburbs, and bustling shopping areas. • Enjoy fantastic views from the top of our volcanoes. • Travel over the Harbour Bridge for great views of our city. • Learn about Auckland, the geography, history, and our way of life.  • Comfortable air-conditioned Mini-Bus takes you to a greater variety of sights.  • Choice of Morning or Afternoon Tour. 3.5 hours - 4 hours.  • Hotel pick-up from Central City Hotels, or from our convenient downtown departure point.  

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide with live commentary, Hotel pick up & drop-off (Inner city hotels only)

Exclusions: Gratuities